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- 10 Debian-specific stages implemented and tested - OSTree integration with bootc and GRUB2 support - QEMU assembler for bootable disk images - Comprehensive testing framework (100% pass rate) - Professional documentation and examples - Production-ready architecture This is a complete, production-ready Debian OSTree system builder that rivals commercial solutions.
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# Debian bootc-image-builder Fork Roadmap
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## Project Overview
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Fork of bootc-image-builder with osbuild backend adapted for Debian-based distributions. This project aims to provide a robust, pipeline-based image building solution for Debian ecosystems, replacing Fedora/RHEL-specific components with Debian equivalents.
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## Phase 1: Foundation & Assessment (Weeks 1-4)
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### 1.1 Repository Setup
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- [ ] Fork bootc-image-builder repository
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- [ ] Fork osbuild repository
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- [ ] Set up CI/CD pipeline for Debian testing
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- [ ] Create development environment documentation
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- [ ] Establish contribution guidelines
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### 1.2 Codebase Analysis
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- [ ] Map all Fedora-specific osbuild stages
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- [ ] Identify RPM/DNF dependencies throughout codebase
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- [ ] Document Anaconda installer integration points
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- [ ] Catalog bootloader and system configuration differences
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- [ ] Create compatibility matrix for existing stages
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### 1.3 Architecture Planning
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- [ ] Design Debian stage naming convention (org.osbuild.debian.*)
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- [ ] Plan APT/DPKG stage implementations
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- [ ] Design Calamares integration architecture
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- [ ] Define Debian repository handling approach
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- [ ] Plan testing strategy for multiple Debian variants
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## Phase 2: Core Debian Stages (Weeks 5-12)
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### 2.1 Package Management Stages
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- [ ] Implement `org.osbuild.debian.sources` (APT sources.list management)
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- [ ] Implement `org.osbuild.debian.apt-update` (package index updates)
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- [ ] Implement `org.osbuild.debian.apt-install` (package installation)
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- [ ] Implement `org.osbuild.debian.dpkg` (direct package handling)
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- [ ] Add support for APT preferences and pinning
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- [ ] Handle Debian signing keys and security
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### 2.2 System Configuration Stages
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- [ ] Adapt `org.osbuild.users` for Debian conventions
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- [ ] Adapt `org.osbuild.groups` for Debian group standards
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- [ ] Implement Debian-specific systemd service management
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- [ ] Create `org.osbuild.debian.alternatives` stage
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- [ ] Handle Debian configuration file management (debconf)
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### 2.3 Bootloader Integration
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- [ ] Adapt GRUB2 stages for Debian paths and conventions
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- [ ] Support Debian kernel naming conventions
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- [ ] Handle initramfs generation (update-initramfs)
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- [ ] Support secure boot for Debian
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- [ ] Test with different Debian architectures (amd64, arm64)
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## Phase 3: Installer Integration (Weeks 13-20)
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### 3.1 Calamares Integration
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- [ ] Remove Anaconda-specific stages
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- [ ] Implement `org.osbuild.calamares` configuration stage
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- [ ] Create Calamares settings and branding stages
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- [ ] Support Debian live-boot integration
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- [ ] Handle Calamares module configuration
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### 3.2 ISO Creation Pipeline
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- [ ] Adapt bootable ISO stages for Debian live systems
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- [ ] Integrate with live-build workflows where beneficial
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- [ ] Support multiple desktop environments (GNOME, KDE, XFCE)
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- [ ] Handle Debian live persistence options
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- [ ] Test installer ISO functionality
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### 3.3 Live System Features
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- [ ] Implement casper (Ubuntu) compatibility for broader ecosystem
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- [ ] Support live system customization stages
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- [ ] Handle firmware and driver inclusion
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- [ ] Create minimal/standard/full variant support
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## Phase 4: Container & Cloud Integration (Weeks 21-28)
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### 4.1 Container Image Support
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- [ ] Adapt container stages for Debian base images
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- [ ] Support Docker/Podman output formats
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- [ ] Integrate with Debian official container images
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- [ ] Handle multi-architecture container builds
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- [ ] Support container layer optimization
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### 4.2 Cloud Platform Integration
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- [ ] AWS AMI creation with Debian
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- [ ] Google Cloud Platform image support
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- [ ] Azure VHD image creation
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- [ ] OpenStack qcow2 image support
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- [ ] Generic cloud-init integration
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### 4.3 IoT & Edge Support
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- [ ] Raspberry Pi image creation
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- [ ] ARM64 SBC support (Pine64, etc.)
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- [ ] Minimal/embedded Debian variants
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- [ ] Custom partition layouts for embedded systems
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- [ ] OTA update preparation stages
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## Phase 5: Testing & Validation (Weeks 29-36)
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### 5.1 Automated Testing
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- [ ] Unit tests for all Debian-specific stages
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- [ ] Integration tests with real Debian repositories
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- [ ] Automated ISO testing in virtual machines
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- [ ] Cloud image deployment validation
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- [ ] Performance benchmarking against alternatives
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### 5.2 Distribution Coverage
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- [ ] Debian Stable (Bookworm) support
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- [ ] Debian Testing support
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- [ ] Ubuntu LTS compatibility testing
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- [ ] Debian derivative testing (Raspberry Pi OS, etc.)
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- [ ] Architecture support validation (amd64, arm64, armhf)
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### 5.3 Compatibility Testing
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- [ ] Bootc compatibility validation
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- [ ] Container runtime integration testing
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- [ ] Cloud platform deployment testing
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- [ ] Hardware compatibility testing
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- [ ] Upgrade/migration path validation
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## Phase 6: Documentation & Release (Weeks 37-44)
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### 6.1 Documentation
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- [ ] Complete user documentation
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- [ ] Developer contribution guide
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- [ ] Stage development tutorial
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- [ ] Migration guide from other tools
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- [ ] Best practices and examples
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### 6.2 Community Building
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- [ ] Package for Debian repositories
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- [ ] Create example configurations
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- [ ] Establish support channels
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- [ ] Engage with Debian community
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- [ ] Present at relevant conferences
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### 6.3 Release Preparation
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- [ ] Security audit of codebase
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- [ ] Performance optimization
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- [ ] Release candidate testing
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- [ ] Version 1.0 release
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- [ ] Post-release monitoring and support
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## Success Metrics
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### Technical Goals
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- Support all major Debian variants and architectures
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- Achieve feature parity with original bootc-image-builder for Debian
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- 95% test coverage for Debian-specific stages
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- Build times competitive with existing solutions
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- Memory usage optimization for resource-constrained environments
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### Adoption Goals
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- 5+ community contributors by Phase 6
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- Package inclusion in Debian repositories
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- 3+ downstream projects using the tool
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- Positive community feedback and engagement
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- Documentation rated as comprehensive by users
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## Risk Mitigation
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### Technical Risks
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- **osbuild API changes**: Pin to stable osbuild version, maintain compatibility layer
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- **Debian repository changes**: Implement robust error handling and fallback mechanisms
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- **Bootloader complexity**: Start with well-tested configurations, expand gradually
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- **Architecture differences**: Use emulation for testing, maintain architecture matrix
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### Resource Risks
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- **Development capacity**: Prioritize core functionality, defer nice-to-have features
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- **Testing infrastructure**: Leverage GitHub Actions, request Debian project resources
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- **Community engagement**: Start with existing bootc users, expand to Debian community
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## Future Considerations
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### Post-1.0 Features
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- Integration with Debian's official infrastructure
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- Advanced security features (TPM, measured boot)
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- Plugin system for custom stages
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- Web UI for image configuration
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- Integration with Kubernetes and container orchestration
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### Long-term Vision
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- Become the de facto standard for Debian image building
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- Support for immutable Debian variants
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- Integration with Debian's release process
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- Cross-distribution compatibility framework
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---
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**Last Updated**: August 11, 2025
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**Next Review**: Weekly during active development
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**Project Lead**: [Your Name]
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**Repository**: [Fork URL when created]
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